Thomas Williams
American playwright (1911–1983)
1911 — 1983
Quick Facts
Profession
American playwright (1911–1983)
Born
March 26, 1911
Died
1983 (age ~72)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
screenwriter, writer, poet
United StatesBorn in ColumbusDied in New York City
1911
Born in Columbus (1911-03-26)
1948
AwardPulitzer Prize for Drama
1951
AwardTony Award for Best Play
1955
AwardPulitzer Prize for Drama
1974
AwardSt. Louis Literary Award
1979
AwardKennedy Center Honors
About
Thomas Lanier Williams III, known by his pen name Tennessee Williams, was an American playwright and screenwriter. Along with contemporaries Eugene O'Neill and Arthur Miller, he is considered among the three foremost playwrights of 20th-century American drama.
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Who is Thomas Williams?+
Thomas Lanier Williams III, known by his pen name Tennessee Williams, was an American playwright and screenwriter. Along with contemporaries Eugene O'Neill and Arthur Miller, he is considered among the three foremost playwrights of 20th-century American drama.
What does the name Thomas mean?+
The name Thomas means "male given name (Θωμάς)". It is of French origin.
When was Thomas Williams born?+
Thomas Williams was born on March 26, 1911.
When did Thomas Williams die?+
Thomas Williams died in 1983, at approximately 72 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Θωμάς)
The name Thomas is of French origin, meaning "male given name (Θωμάς)". It is traditionally a male name.
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Thomas — March 26, 1911
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Cauac
Storm — catalyst, energy, self-generation
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Aquamarine — Courage, serenity
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